Award-winning 'Britain at War' film
Film screenings, IWM London
Formerly Bethlem Royal Hospital – or Bedlam, as it was commonly known – the building became home to the Imperial War Museum in 1936.
Explore some of the most important weapons and vehicles from the twentieth century, including a Spitfire that saw action in the Battle of Britain.
A defining characteristic of combat on the Western Front, trench warfare is explored in detail in our First World War Galleries.
Two First World War aircraft are displayed at IWM London, including a BE2c - an early two-seat reconnaissance machine.
The Large Exhibits Gallery allows visitors to get up close to all types of military equipment, from field guns to tanks.
View key works from our significant twentieth century art collection, including John Singer Sargent’s 'Gassed', and see contemporary artists’ responses to conflict.
Our multimedia guides are a great way to explore IWM London, discovering more about our Collections through veterans’ stories and expert commentary as well as photos, film footage, works of art and other material not on public display. A family version of the guide takes children on a fascinating journey though both world wars, telling the human stories behind the objects on display.
The guides cost £3.50 each and are available in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish from the Information Desk.
Locker facilities are available.
In addition to the Kitchen Front Café, visitors are welcome to use our Picnic Room at weekends and during school holidays. As we are situated within Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, there’s also plenty of opportunity to picnic on the grass or outdoor picnic tables, weather depending.
Accessible toilets are available on all floors except the third and fourth.
IWM London's shop provides a wide range of books, CDs, DVDs, clothing and accessories, posters and stationary, souvenirs and gift ideas.
For our younger visitors we have an exciting range of games, toys and souvenirs as well as a selection of children's books. There are also educational resource materials and children's activity books on sale.
You can also browse our range of products on our Online Shop.
Film screenings, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, Lectures & Conferences, Talks & Tours, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
Family events, IWM London
IWM is a charity, and we depend on supporters like you to help us care for and display our exceptional Collections. Please consider making a donation to IWM London today.
Our fully licensed café is open from 10am – 5.30pm and serves a range of hot and cold food.